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Richard de Montebello
September 10, 2010
Dear Peggy,
My name is Richard de Montebello. I presently reside in Winter Park, Florida. I am the best friend of the late Marvin Seiple and lived with him and Frankie and Glenda at their houe in Meadowview many years
ago. I have a lot of fond memories of Marvin and I visiting Don at his shop in Abingdon and hearing the funniest jokes in the world. I stopped by his shop almost 2 years ago to get an oil change. He was the same ole Don. He was a good man, great mechanic and friend. He will be missed. Abingdon without Marvin and Don won't be the same for me.
Take care and may God Bless!
Regards,
Richard de Montebello
Terri Martin
September 9, 2010
Peggy and Phyllis - I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers and may God comfort you as only he can. Phyllis - would love to have seen you. It's been a long time since high school graduation. Terri Blevins Martin
Donna (Lowe) Holloway
September 7, 2010
I was saddened to hear of my cousin Gene's passing. He was and always will be one of my favorites. I remember as a child him and my brothers, Phillip and Wayne along with all of my uncles telling the most wonderful stories. As I was too young to have known or even remember these stories, it was through him and past family that I will cherish those 'memories' forever. He had a million dollar smile and an infectious laugh. His jokes were the best, he loved to make people laugh. I have no doubt he's telling jokes and laughing with all our loved ones who have gone before us. He was a proud American soldier who loved his country and his family. Thank you, Gene for your courage and service through our military and thank you for the memories. I will forever miss you....until we meet again.
Donna (Lowe) Holloway
Melissa Cummings
September 7, 2010
Peggy & Phyllis, I was so saddened to hear about Gene. I pray the Lord comforts you during your days of mourning. Cherish your memories. You will be in my prayers.
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Andy & Susan Seamon
September 5, 2010
We send our love, prayers and sympathy to Peggy, Phyllis and the family. Phyllis and I (Susan) met in junior high when the family lived in Va. Beach. Gene and Peggy were like second parents to me. He was a wonderful man with a big heart who gave fully to his family, friends, and country. He will truly be missed. We pray that through time and memories your pain will ease. With love,
Irvin Beach
September 5, 2010
I'm here to see you off Don. I will forever love you. I will keep you, Momma, Dad, C.B and Carl in my heart forever. Sorry we didn't get a chance to do some fishing. When we all meet again, we will do some fishing together the four of us.. You were a hero and a good friend to many.. You are my Brother. I will miss our funny Birthday cards we shared for so many years. I will also miss your jokes. With most love from Sylvia, Mark, Dani Sue and myself, we wish you a pleasent journey. Say hello to Momma, Dad, C.B and Carl for me.... Love Irvin
Eva Beach
September 5, 2010
Your light will continue shining forever Uncle Gene. We love you always...
Eva Beach
September 5, 2010
God Bless Uncle Gene Beach. He was the "rock" of our Beach family. I will remember All the fun times at the Beach family reunions, his devotion to his country, his pride and honor of being a veteran (Semper Fi) his love of fishing, and last but not least telling great stories and jokes whenever we got together. Your Beach family members are here to honor your memory and sadly say goodbye. Wishing you well on your next journey. Love your niece, Eva
James,Teresa,and Jason Terry
September 5, 2010
We have lost another American hero.....I worked for Don back in 1999-2002....I enjoyed working with him.Don always had a smile on his face...He had a very big heart towards us....I loved to hear him tell his stories and jokes......I know he was very proud of his service to his country.....I will miss him greatly....My heart goes out to Peggy and the family.....
Dani Sue Beach-Pedrin
September 5, 2010
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Uncle Don you will be missed. I will always keep in my heart the memories and stories that you and my Dad (Irvin) would tell us of the good old days. We love you and miss you. You will forever be in our prayers. I would like to express our thanks to all they guys from the garage that made my Uncle very happy on a daily basis. Thanks also to the guys at the garage for being there for my Uncle Don's family.
With love to you Uncle Don,
Mark and Dani Sue Beach.
Don Elseroad
September 5, 2010
In recognition of Marine Donald "Gene" "Don" Beach's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115, Salisbury, MD of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115
Kitty Fortner Galliher
September 4, 2010
Smooth sailing shipmate. Rest in peace.
Alfred Taylor
September 4, 2010
Don was a particularly fine friend. We both came from eastern NC and at one time in our very young days we only lived a few miles apart. Later he as well as I served in the U.S. Marine Corps and the Navy, but not together. As Marines we had hitchhiked and stopped at the same places to eat that Carolina BBQ. In his later years while living in Abingdon, VA, he would go back east about 400 miles to fish in the Chowan River where I learned to fish and swim. I found out years ago that we were distant relatives, When I was VFW Commander, Post 1994, for the years 1997-2001, he was my right-hand man as Quartermaster--he kept the post running smoothly-- and because of Don, our post received honors. Don was kind, thoughtful, an excellent shipmate and close comrade to me and the many others he knew. I joined the American Legion, Post 12 when he was Commander there and keeping the post afloat. His passing and the sound of Taps leaves a great void in this world-- but he has gone to the greatest ship and celestral station. Stand by Chief Beach, and Sgt. Beach we will request "Permission to come aboard" anytime. Shipmate Al Taylor
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